Indianapolis Colts safety Antoine Bethea makes his entrance at a fundraiser at Mo's-A Place for Steaks, to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Monday December 10, 2012. Joe Vitti / The Star

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Antoine Bethea, a defensive cornerstone on the field for the Colts, has been cited for his commitment off the field.

The veteran safety has been selected the team's Man of the Year. That places him in the running for the NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year award, which will be announced prior to Super Bowl XLVIII. It recognizes a player's community service and leadership. ...